Farmblox Launches COP-R-LOCK System to Combat Rising Agricultural Theft in California
Farmblox unveiled COP-R-LOCK, a security system designed to deter theft of critical farm resources such as copper wire, pumps & fencing
California AgTech Alliance launches $15 million statewide initiative to accelerate agricultural innovation
- by Madison Hong
- 27th October 2025
Key Takeaways: California AgTech Alliance aims to bridge research, industry, and farming communities across nine regional hubs $15 million initiative unites UC ANR, CDFA, and GO-Biz under the California Jobs […]
Martori Farms Acquires SOL Group from Fyffes, Creating the World’s Largest Year-Round Melon Producer
- by Sepehr Achard
- 14th October 2025
Martori Farms has acquired SOL Group, the melon growing and distribution division of Fyffes, with operations in Honduras, Guatemala, and Miami, Florida.
Agricultural Institute of Marin Finalizes 40-Year Lease for Center for Food and Agriculture
- by Madison Hong
- 23rd September 2025
Agricultural Institute of Marin Finalizes 40-Year Lease for Center for Food and Agriculture Agricultural Institute of Marin and County of Marin sign long-term lease for Center for Food and Agriculture […]
Nitricity Raises $50M Series B Ahead of California Fertilizer Plant Groundbreaking
- by Sepehr Achard
- 11th September 2025
Nitricity closed a $50 million Series B funding round co-led by World Fund and Khosla Ventures.
Lumo Launches Pump Automation to Enhance Precision Irrigation
- by Sepehr Achard
- 22nd August 2025
Lumo introduced Pump Automation, an integration with its smart valve platform for specialty crop growers.
Verdant Robotics Expands SharpShooter Availability Nationwide
- by Sepehr Achard
- 29th May 2025
Verdant Robotics, a U.S.-based agtech company specializing in precision agriculture, has announced the expanded availability of its flagship SharpShooter precision application system across the country.
Verdant Technologies Partners with Gaétan Bono to Expand Iceless Broccoli Offering in Canada
- by Sepehr Achard
- 2nd April 2025
Verdant Technologies has partnered with Gaétan Bono Fruits et Légumes to expand the distribution of iceless broccoli in Eastern Canada.
Pow.Bio Opens AI-Enabled Biomanufacturing Facility in Alameda
- by Sepehr Achard
- 6th March 2025
Pow.Bio has opened a 25,000 sq. ft. biomanufacturing facility in Alameda, California, designed to advance AI-enabled continuous fermentation.
Laudando & Associates Expands Robotics Expertise with New Hire, Marks First International Sale of L&Aser™ Laser Weeding Technology
- by Sepehr Achard
- 27th February 2025
Laudando & Associates (L&A) has appointed Federico Magistri as Principal Perception Engineer, strengthening its agricultural robotics team.